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OLDER PERSON TRAUMA​

19th Aug 2024
12:00 - 2:00pm (BST)
19/08 - 25/11
12:00 - 2:00pm (BST)
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Description

Join us for an insightful series of lectures on elderly trauma, presented by Mutaz, an experienced SHO in the Emergency Department with a background in Trauma and Orthopaedics. This lecture series will explore the unique challenges faced by healthcare professionals when managing trauma in elderly patients.

Lecture 1: Introduction to Elderly Trauma

  • Understanding the impact of aging on trauma
  • Common injury mechanisms in the elderly
  • Key challenges in assessment and management

Summary

Join the "Older Person Trauma" lecture series where Mutaz, an experienced SHO in the Emergency Department, will delve into the distinct challenges of managing trauma in elderly patients. Understand the influence of aging, common injury mechanisms, and key hurdles in assessment and management of the elderly. As a medical professional, this enlightening course will elevate your knowledge and skills in elderly trauma care. Don't miss out on this significant learning opportunity.

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Learning objectives

  1. To gain a clear understanding of the distinctive dynamics of trauma in elderly patients in comparison with younger patients.
  2. To comprehend and assess common injury mechanisms in the older population, such as falls, motor vehicle accidents, and safety at home and in institutional care.
  3. To analyze and overcome the unique challenges faced in the assessment and management of trauma in older patients, such as pre-existing comorbid conditions, altered physiology, and potential polypharmacy.
  4. To evaluate the impact of age-related physiological changes on the body's response to trauma and its effect on treatment and recovery.
  5. To strengthen skills in holistic care and consider the impact of pain management, rehabilitative physiotherapy, and psychological support for elderly trauma patients.
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19/08 - 25/11
12:00 - 2:00pm (BST)
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